What is a hyperlink?
- A hyperlink is a clickable element in a digital document, webpage, or application that connects to another location, such as different web pages, a specific section of the same page, an email address, a document, or other online content.
It’s crucial to remember that hyperlinks' goal is to enhance all users' experience by providing easy access to relevant content. Please be mindful when writing the descriptive link in the display text field. There is no need to include the word "link" in the meaningful descriptive text.
Why is it important to make the hyperlink accessible?
- Creating a descriptive hyperlink will allow all users to navigate or scan digital documents, web pages, or applications to find the information they need easier and faster.
- Descriptive hyperlinks help everyone, especially assistive technology users, know where the link will lead them and help individuals with disabilities understand the content.
What are some best practices to consider when making the hyperlink accessible?
The best practice is to avoid non-informative link phrases such as the following:
- Click here
- Here
- Learn more
- More info
- Read more
- link to [some link destination]
Instead, use more descriptive language and meaningful text such as:
- How to add alternative text to images
- Learn how to make your work accessible
- Read more on making Word documents accessible
Get started by opening your SNHU Outlook Email
Select the "New Mail" box.
Type the title of your meaningful hyperlink and highlight it in the text box.
Select the Link Button
Or you can go to the Link Button on the Home Ribbon, insert the link, and type the description of what you want to say in your meaningful text.
Type the Meaningful Text in the display text field, "Display as"
Paste the Website Address, URL, or hyperlink in the text field called "Web address (URL)"
Select "OK"
Enter the text in the "Display as" text field. Copy and Paste the Web address in the "Web Address (URL) text field.
Then Select "OK". You have now created an accessible hyperlink.
